I would like to upgrade from Snow Leopard. The " Install OS X Mavericks to begin installation" link is black. Is it because I back-up with an outside back-up service? I do not know why it will not allow me to begin upgrade. I feel silly even asking.

Would like to upgrade to Mavericks, but just a slight problem.

Hi Histotek,
You may want to make sure that your computer meets the system requirements for upgrading to Mac OS X 10.9 (Mavericks) -
Apple - OS X Mavericks - Read the technical specifications.
http://www.apple.com/osx/specs/
In particular the supported models part is important.
Thanks for using Apple Support Communities.
Best,
Brett L

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